Investors reluctant to embrace US

Nearly two-thirds of investors are still wary of investing in the US, according to a new poll by Bar...

Nearly two-thirds of investors are still wary of investing in the US, according to a new poll by Barclays Wealth. The study found 39% of respondents believe the US is still too volatile as a location for their investments, while 26% think US markets will not deliver returns this year. However, the company believes the fact 24% of investors see the US market as having growth potential in 2009 is a positive sign investor confidence is starting to return. It cites Barack Obama's inauguration as one trigger to help market recovery. Barbara-Ann King, head of proposition at Barclays Stockbr...